Distribution Overhead 2nd Class Lineman -New Bern, NC

River City Construction, Inc.; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

XKIG is seeking an Overhead Lineman 2nd Class in New Bern, NC. This full-time, on-site role supports construction and maintenance of overhead electric distribution systems, meters, substations, and related equipment.

You will climb poles and towers, install conductors, transformers, and switchgear, and work from bucket with your own climbing gear. The position requires a CDL A, a minimum of two years’ experience, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of overhead lineman experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficient in English communication.
• Ability to travel to multiple locations.
• CDL Class A license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Work safely while performing overhead construction and maintenance.
• Read and interpret job prints and work orders.
• Install and replace overhead conductors, poles, and related hardware.
• Assist with switching, tagging, and troubleshooting primary systems.
• Climb wood poles and structures using personal climbing gear.

Skills

English communication

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on November 10, 2026

Locations

• Showing 1 location New Bern, NC | New Bern, NC, New Bern, NC, USA
• On-site
• Travel Required : Yes
• Operations
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DISTR020985

Description

Job Title: Overhead Lineman 2nd Class

Department: Operations

Reports To: Overhead Foreman

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Work Schedule: Four 10-hour days per week.

Location: Onsite

Position Purpose:

Overhead 2nd Class Lineman performs electrical work onsite, in the construction and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution and service lines, transformers, meters, metering equipment, electrical substations, and related equipment. Other tasks include climbing wood poles, ladders, and towers.

Primary Responsibilities:

• You will work safely, complying with all company safety rules & policies, while performing new construction or maintenance work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Comprehend job prints or work orders.
• Install or remove overhead conductors, coverup, wood, steel, or concrete poles and supports.
• With guidance, install or remove mechanical jumpers, capacitors, regulators, transformers, transformer banks, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, switchgear, troubleshoot primary and secondary systems and clear faulted circuits.
• SAG conductors.
• With guidance, comply with Switching and Tagging procedures.
• Practice Positive Control.
• With guidance, install and remove personal and equipment grounds.
• Establish Equipotential Grounding.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of the Pre-Job Briefing.
• You must work from a bucket and/or climb different types of structures and have your own climbing tools.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

We also require you to speak and listen while performing job tasks. You will also frequently require you to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

While performing the responsibilities of this job, you are frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. You are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. You will perform tasks in outside weather conditions.

Competencies:

• Driven
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented

Required Qualifications:

• 2 or more years of experience
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Communicate in English.
• Ability to travel and work for extended periods in different locations.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and acceptable driving record

This is a safety sensitive position that requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Work authorization requirements:

Must meet I-9 requirements. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: XKIG provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 877-418-2999 or 252-403-0552.

Benefits Offered:

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Additional Compensation:

Depending on the position and applicable eligibility requirements, additional compensation may include overtime, premium pay, or other forms of compensation as applicable. Unless otherwise stated in this posting, this position is not eligible for bonus, commission, or equity-based compensation.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

AI Usage Disclaimer:

As part of our commitment to efficiency and innovation, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the recruiting and onboarding processes. These tools assist with tasks such as resume screening, interview scheduling, and communication. All decisions regarding hiring and employment are ultimately made by our human team. If you have questions or concerns about this process, please contact our HR department.

Travel Required

Yes . Travel may be required for storms, outages, and emergencies.

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